Amazon Tap User Manual

Getting Started

Charge the Amazon Tap by placing it on the included Charging Cradle or connecting it to a power source using the provided USB cable and adapter.
Download the Alexa app on your smartphone or tablet, available on the App Store or Google Play Store.
Turn on your Amazon Tap by pressing the Power button located on the back of the device.
Connect your Amazon Tap to your Wi-Fi network using the Alexa app.

Using Amazon Tap

To activate Alexa, tap the microphone button on the top of the device and say your command or question. You can also enable hands-free mode in the Alexa app to control the device using voice commands without tapping the microphone button.
Control music playback using the physical buttons on the top of the device or via the Alexa app.
Stream music from supported services such as Amazon Music, Spotify, Pandora, iHeartRadio, and TuneIn. You can also stream music from your phone or tablet via Bluetooth.
Ask Alexa for news, weather updates, or even order a pizza when connected to Wi-Fi or a mobile hotspot.
Explore new features and skills in the Alexa app, as the device is always getting smarter and adding new capabilities.

Troubleshooting Tips

If the Amazon Tap is not responding to voice commands, make sure it is connected to Wi-Fi or a mobile hotspot, and the microphone button is not muted.
If the device is not playing music, check if it is connected to a Wi-Fi network or paired with your phone or tablet via Bluetooth.
If the battery life seems short, ensure that the device is fully charged and that hands-free mode is disabled when not in use.
If the device is not charging, check if the Charging Cradle or USB cable is properly connected and the power source is functional.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use Amazon Tap for calling and drop-in features?: As of now, the Amazon Tap does not support calling and drop-in features. This information is subject to change with future updates.
What is the battery life of the Amazon Tap?: The Amazon Tap provides up to 9 hours of continuous playback (up to 8 hours when in hands-free mode) and up to 3 weeks on standby mode.
How do I enable hands-free mode on my Amazon Tap?: To enable hands-free mode, open the Alexa app, go to the settings of your Amazon Tap, and toggle on the hands-free mode option.
Can I control smart home devices with my Amazon Tap?: Yes, you can control compatible smart home devices using the Amazon Tap. However, the cost of smart home devices and their compatibility may vary.
How do I connect my Amazon Tap to Bluetooth?: To connect your Amazon Tap to Bluetooth, press and hold the Bluetooth button on the back of the device until you hear a tone. Then, go to the Bluetooth settings on your phone or tablet and select "Amazon Tap" from the list of available devices.

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Product: Amazon Tap - Alexa-Enabled Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Amazon Devices

Specifications:
- Brand: Amazon
- Category: Amazon Devices
- Provides up to 9 hours of continuous playback (up to 8 hours when in hands-free mode)
- Charging Cradle included
- Dual stereo speakers that provide 360º omni-directional audio
- Uses the Alexa Voice Service when connected to Wi-Fi or a mobile hotspot to play music, read the news, provide weather reports, and even order a pizza
- Always getting smarter and adding new features and skills
- Streams all your music via Bluetooth from your phone or tablet

FAQ:

Q: Is it water proof?
A: No, it is not waterproof.

Q: Can the Echo Tap be connected to an Amazon multi-room music group?
A: Yes, it can be connected to your wifi for music within an app, then play multi-room music from your other Alexa devices such as a dot or echo and then play music via Bluetooth on the tap and the tap will take the place of one of the echo devices.

Q: Do I need to have the Amazon Echo device to use this speaker?
A: No, you do not need an Amazon Echo device to use this speaker. It does everything that an Echo does and is also portable.

Q: How do you listen to FM radio on tap? Does it have a tuner or do you have to ask Alexa to find the particular station's website and stream from there?
A: You can say "Alexa tune to" and the Echo will bring up the stream on "TuneIn" or if the station is streaming from iHeartRadio, it would stream from that service.

Q: Does it work with iTunes?
A: Yes, you can play iTunes music on this speaker. It also has an iPhone app that could be used to see all the voice commands that Alexa recently translated for you.

Q: Can I control it with my phone instead of the tap button? Similar to how Sonos works.
A: Yes, you can play music from Amazon Music, Spotify, Pandora, TuneIn from the Amazon Alexa app on your phone.

Q: Can the Tap and Echo be made to sync to play the same music? If so, how does one do so?
A: No, the Tap cannot sync with other Echo devices to play the same music.

Q: Does the Tap support Messaging and Calling?
A: No, it does not support Messaging and Calling.

Q: Will Tap work with the new Alexa calling and messaging feature?
A: No, it does not work with the new Alexa calling and messaging feature.

Q: My new tap beeps every 1-2 seconds whenever I put it on the charger. I left it there for hours, and it still beeps when turned off. Any suggestions?
A: You can try plugging the charging wire directly into the back of it, which may stop the beeping sound.

Overall, the Amazon Tap is a portable Bluetooth speaker that uses Alexa Voice Service to play music, provide news and weather reports, order food, and more. While it has some limitations compared to other Echo devices, such as not supporting Messaging and Calling or syncing with other devices to play the same music, it is a great option for those who want a portable Alexa-enabled speaker.

Specifications

Brand	Amazon
Category	Amazon Devices

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